Systems Design Engineer

Pavion Corp; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Solutions Architect Engineer to enhance their security business unit. This role involves designing and installing cutting-edge fire alarm and security systems, ensuring safety and operational excellence. You will manage the design process, perform cost estimates, and coordinate with project stakeholders to deliver scalable solutions. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to safety, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in security system design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and other design tools.
• Strong understanding of life safety and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost estimating of security systems.
• Manage design process and create project scope documents.
• Survey existing systems and provide upgrade information.

Skills

CCTV Design

Access Control Systems

Intrusion Detection

Cost Estimating

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Networking Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Description

Pavion Connects and Protects by providing innovative fire, security, and communication integration solutions to customers across 70+ U.S. locations and 22 countries. We bring industry-leading expertise to clients in enterprise, healthcare, education, government, data center, and retail industries.

As a global leader, Pavion specializes in the design, installation, service, and maintenance of cutting-edge fire alarm systems, critical communications, video surveillance, access control, and advanced AV technologies. Our mission is to bring clarity and transformation to safety, security, and communication through integral technology and radical service.

With a commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, Pavion ensures scalable, future-ready solutions tailored to meet and exceed our clients' needs. Learn more at www.pavion.com

Pavion and our family of companies are seeking a talented and motivated Solutions Architect Engineer to join our security business unit.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform cost estimating of CCTV, Access Control & Intrusion Detection Systems


• Manage the design process, create material list and project scope documents


• Survey existing security systems and provide detailed upgrade or replacement information


• Create submittal packages of designed systems


• Coordinate engineering deliverable schedules with project stakeholders


• Prepare design documents, specifications and drawings required for design/build project


• A complete understanding of the principles and concepts of access control, intrusion detection and camera surveillance systems


• Demonstrated ability in Excel and Word


• The ability to provide detailed material and labor cost estimates


• Proficient in reading and understanding RFP documents, contract specifications, life safety, architectural and electrical drawings


• The ability to review any local, state or federal codes and interpret these codes as related to a project


• Understanding of hardware schedules and how to apply to designs


• Understanding of Door Hardware and Schedules


• In-depth knowledge of life safety systems (fire alarm, mass notification, etc.) and security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion detection)


• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools for system layouts and schematics


• Strong understanding of networking and communication protocols in safety/security systems

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED


• Minimum of 5 years' experience in security system design (CCTV, Access Control, Intrusion Detection)


• Experience with AutoCAD


• Expertise in industry standards (NFPA, UL, local codes) and knowledge of relevant safety and security technologies


• Fundamental understanding of Excel and Word

Disclaimer: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not be construed as a contract for employment.

Pavion is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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